I agree with Rodney Harrison that the Bills most likely will double Rob Gronkowski this Sunday. Rex Ryan took some shots at Mike Tomlin for how the Steelers covered Gronk and Rex will be sure not to make the same mistakes.
Doubling Gronk should free up other Patriot receivers and I'm thinking this strategy in particular should free up Scott Chandler against DB's or a safety in red zone situations. Chandler is making a homecoming to Buffalo and don't think that hasn't escaped Bill Belichick's attention. Don't be surprised to see Chandler catch at least one TD on Sunday.
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Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Top 5 - New England Patriots Personnel Decisions
Here are the top 5 players who are free agents for the Patriots and whose situations are the most pressing.
1. Matt Cassel QB - he hit the jackpot. Do the Pats try to sign him long term (as insurance against Tom Brady not making a successful comeback)? Do they franchise him and then trade him?
2. LaMont Jordan RB - he was a very important part of the Pat's depth at RB. He's sure to see offers but I hope the Pats bring him back.
3. Pierre Woods LB - with all of the injuries at LB this season the depth of having a guy like Woods became self-evident.
4. Chris Hanson P - there wasn't much talk about the Pats punting game this season and that's good news. The Pats should bring back Hanson to keep the kicking game a strength of the team.
5. Rodney Harrison S - I don't care if he can play. Harrison is worth it to the team just for his leadership and example he provides. James Sanders is also a free agent at S and I think he comes back.
Mike Reiss has a complete breakdown on the Pats roster. Worth the read.
Here are the top 5 players who are free agents for the Patriots and whose situations are the most pressing.
1. Matt Cassel QB - he hit the jackpot. Do the Pats try to sign him long term (as insurance against Tom Brady not making a successful comeback)? Do they franchise him and then trade him?
2. LaMont Jordan RB - he was a very important part of the Pat's depth at RB. He's sure to see offers but I hope the Pats bring him back.
3. Pierre Woods LB - with all of the injuries at LB this season the depth of having a guy like Woods became self-evident.
4. Chris Hanson P - there wasn't much talk about the Pats punting game this season and that's good news. The Pats should bring back Hanson to keep the kicking game a strength of the team.
5. Rodney Harrison S - I don't care if he can play. Harrison is worth it to the team just for his leadership and example he provides. James Sanders is also a free agent at S and I think he comes back.
Mike Reiss has a complete breakdown on the Pats roster. Worth the read.
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Rodney Harrison
I just wanted to share my thoughts on Rodney Harrison of the Patriots getting a 4 game suspension for using the NFL banned substance HGH (human growth hormone). Let me first start off by saying I've never used steroids or any performance enhancing drugs. That said - I really don't blame Rodney Harrison for taking HGH. Let me explain.
Rodney Harrison is at the end of his career. He's no longer a young man. Taking HGH gave him the ability to heal at the rate of a young man and if Rodney was to come back from his torn ACL in time to play - he needed a little help.
People are always saying that the NFL is a business and Rodney Harrison's only product in that business is his body. He cut some corners by taking HGH and like any business - when you are found cutting corners your reputation takes a hit. Well Rodney Harrison's reputation has taken a big hit. Lucky for Harrison that he still has a loyal customer for his business in the Patriots.
Let me make three observations:
1. Harrison wanted to be a referee when his playing days are over. I'm thinking that this 4 game suspension pretty much puts a damper on those plans. Taking steroids is akin to cheating in many people's eyes and if you are the NFL you don't want to mix the words "cheater" and "referee" in any context.
2. My understanding is that Harrison got caught because he used his own name and address. Hello - fake name and PO Box at a Mailbox Etc. next time (or at least get a friend or relative to place the order).
3. I've never had an interest or a need for Viagra but I imagine there might come a time that I am. So too HGH. Say I turn 50 and want to remain as active as a 35-year old - I would like HGH to be medically available as an option for me. All the bad publicity on HGH may be harming what in proper usage may be a boon to an aging generation. Seriously.
I just wanted to share my thoughts on Rodney Harrison of the Patriots getting a 4 game suspension for using the NFL banned substance HGH (human growth hormone). Let me first start off by saying I've never used steroids or any performance enhancing drugs. That said - I really don't blame Rodney Harrison for taking HGH. Let me explain.
Rodney Harrison is at the end of his career. He's no longer a young man. Taking HGH gave him the ability to heal at the rate of a young man and if Rodney was to come back from his torn ACL in time to play - he needed a little help.
People are always saying that the NFL is a business and Rodney Harrison's only product in that business is his body. He cut some corners by taking HGH and like any business - when you are found cutting corners your reputation takes a hit. Well Rodney Harrison's reputation has taken a big hit. Lucky for Harrison that he still has a loyal customer for his business in the Patriots.
Let me make three observations:
1. Harrison wanted to be a referee when his playing days are over. I'm thinking that this 4 game suspension pretty much puts a damper on those plans. Taking steroids is akin to cheating in many people's eyes and if you are the NFL you don't want to mix the words "cheater" and "referee" in any context.
2. My understanding is that Harrison got caught because he used his own name and address. Hello - fake name and PO Box at a Mailbox Etc. next time (or at least get a friend or relative to place the order).
3. I've never had an interest or a need for Viagra but I imagine there might come a time that I am. So too HGH. Say I turn 50 and want to remain as active as a 35-year old - I would like HGH to be medically available as an option for me. All the bad publicity on HGH may be harming what in proper usage may be a boon to an aging generation. Seriously.
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